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Lake Wales edges Auburndale in Kickoff Classic; Lakeland defeats West Broward

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Lake Wales edges Auburndale in Kickoff Classic; Lakeland defeats West Broward

Summary

Lake Wales claimed a 19-13 victory over Auburndale Thursday at the Kickoff Classic in Lakeland, showcasing the talents of quarterback Kingston Loydd and receiver Kaneilius Purdy. Lake Wales exhibited improvement during the game, overcoming early mistakes to dominate in the second and third quarters. Ahnnari Cooper propelled Lakeland to a 44-12 win against West Broward, rushing for over 100 yards, including an 80-yard touchdown. While both teams displayed flashes of brilliance, they also highlighted areas needing improvement before the season begins.

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By the Numbers

•Lake Wales scored 19 points against Auburndale in a three-quarter game.
•Kingston Loydd threw for 167 yards and directed a key scoring drive.
•Kaneilius Purdy made a significant impact with five catches for 124 yards.
•Ahnnari Cooper led Lakeland with over 100 rushing yards and multiple touchdowns.
•Both teams need to improve in areas like penalties and running game execution.

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What they're saying

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Lake Wales' Kaneilius Purdy and Kingston Loydd and Auburndale's Teo Edwards stand out in Kickoff Classic, while Ahnnari Cooper leads Lakeland.
— Yahoo Sports

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